Maria Lachelle Fitz Obituary
Maria Lachelle Fitz of Portland, Oregon passed away on August 4, 2026. Maria, born on January 29, 1956, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Maria Lachelle Fitz to show support.
Maria will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Maria will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Maria’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Margaree Wilburn Harden and Robert Burns Waddy Jr.; her daughters, Lachelle, Rachelle and Michelle Fitz; her sister Renata Raiford; and her grandparents, Ora Harden, Marie Merchant and Edward Merchant.
She is survived by: her children, Charles "CJ" Fitz Jr. (Tiara) and Nikia Fitz; her grandchildren, Malachi Fitz and Nasia Fitz; and her sister Vernita "Rachelle" (Willie). She is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, dear friends.
